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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1916

Page

10

Willard Moran Fight At Madison Square Garden Sparks Betting

A detailed preview of the Willard Moran heavyweight bout at Madison Square Garden discusses Tex Rickard’s gamble and the big bets, the crowd expected, and New York’s shift to new commission rules that may favor Willard by promoting more clean breaks in the 10 round non decision mill.

Tex Rickard West Madison Square Garden New York Rickard Gotham Tex Sporting New York Sporting Mast Willard Moran State Athletic Commission Chambers Land and Water Queensberry Queensbery Langford Commis

Moran Poised to Upset Willard in Pittsburgh Title bout

Frank Moran, the Pittsburg challenger, trains under Bill McKinnon and eyes a knockout against Jess Willard. Moran’s backers argue his punch power and prime form, while Willard’s camp emphasizes size and reach. The bout in Pittsburgh pits two heavyweights with Moran seeking a dramatic upset.

Willard Moran Title Bout Seen As Clean Hard Clash

Boxing writer predicts a fair, hard bout between Willard and Moran with Charley White refereeing. Moran’s infighting and Willard’s power shape the matchup as both fighters are expected to respect rules and deliver a decisive contest despite weight differences. White’s refereeing is praised as impartial.

Willard Moran

Willard Aims for Decisive Win Over Moran in Garden Bout

Willard says he has not faced Moran and cannot predict his plan. He expects several rounds to size up the opponent before exploiting Morse weaknesses. If Moran meets him halfway the bout should be fast and action packed. otherwise Willard expects a decisive victory if Moran stands and boxes blow for blow.

Iion Brotherhood of Queensberry Commission Sunday Post Willard Moran Cal Trawkins Westchester Pittsburg Redtop Sullivan Corbett Fitzsimmons McCoy Pittsburg Mernan

Moran Sees Title Ahead With Confidence in Victory

Moran predicts a decisive win to claim the world heavyweight title. He says his current form is unmatched, Willard is physically bigger but offers no other advantage, and cites a Paris meeting with Johnson as a past comparison to recent title changes in Cuba.

Willard Johnson Paris Cuba

Whitney withdraws from title bout with Welsh in Harlem

Frankie Whitney of Atlanta quit after five rounds saying his eyes were badly struck and he could not see Freddie Welsh, the lightweight champion, delivering a one sided beating at the Harlem Sporting Club in New York.

New York Frankie Whitney Atlanta Freddie Welsh Harlem Sporting Club Whitney Welsh

Nervous Close for Moran and Willard Before Madison Sq Garden

The Boston Post reports March 24 1916 training camps alert as heavyweights James J Moran and Jess Willard pack gear and prepare for a key assault on Madison Square Garden. Both show visible nervousness despite confidence, signaling a pivotal moment before the bout.

Boston Post New York T*rank Moran Jess Willard Madison Square Garden

Moran Sees Chance to Crown World Champion in Willard Fight

Frank Moran voices fierce confidence ahead of the Willard bout, insisting his conditioning and new sparring setup under Bill McKinnon give him a fighting edge. He cites a powerful opening blow and notes Willard’s nerves, while an observer praises Jess Willard’s calm and readiness as New York reels with fight fever.

Rank Boston Ken Salisbury Armory A. A Tremont Street Frank Johnson Paris Moran Doc Willard Jess Willard the Post Willard 1 New York Jess Frank Moran Jim Coffey Coffey Corbett Toran Dublin O.doreland Rosscommon Cal Hawkins Pittsburger Bob Willie Lewis Willie Jack Johnson Bill McKinnon Charlie White Pioneer A.C Biz Tom Jones Mast Post

Cubs Rally in Tampa Shines Mike Doolan Slugging

In a practice game at Tampa the Cubs offense clicked as Mike Doolan collected four hits and drove in runs. The session showcased Doolan’s hot bat while teammates contributed to the scoring surge.

Mike Doolan Tampa Id Ae Cubs Oolan

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